The latest SANS Top-20 2007 Security Risks report is out, and whether you're a home user or a corporate systems administrator you should take a look because it continues to be one of the most valuable security documents on the web.

In this year's list you'll find links to the following areas of concern (and frankly there are some surprises!)...

Client-side Vulnerabilities in:

• Web Browsers
• Office Software
• Email Clients
• Media Players

Server-side Vulnerabilities in:

• Web Applications
• Windows Services
• Unix and Mac OS Services
• Backup Software
• Anti-virus Software
• Management Servers
• Database Software

Security Policy and Personnel:

• Excessive User Rights and Unauthorized Devices
• Phishing/Spear Phishing
• Unencrypted Laptops and Removable Media

Application Abuse:

• Instant Messaging
• Peer-to-Peer Programs

Network Devices:

• VoIP Servers and Phones

Zero Day Attacks:

• Zero Day Attacks

Not only does the report provide a clear analysis of the threat landscape for each of the categories listed, but sub-sections detail how to determine if you are at risk and how to protect against the listed vulnerabilities.

Oh and keep it bookmarked. It's a living document and will be updated as more critical threats and more current or convenient methods of protection are identified,